2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 595 kg more than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Express | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2990 mm |